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Steilacoom High School Student Named 2021 Washington Military Youth of the Year

April 1, 2021 By Steilacoom Historical School District Leave a Comment

Steilacoom High School sophomore Ethan Ashford has been named the 2021 Washington Military Youth of the Year in Boys and Girls Clubs of America’s National Youth of the Year program. The Youth of the Year title is a prestigious honor bestowed upon an exemplary young person in recognition of leadership, service, academic excellence and dedication to live a healthy lifestyle. Now in its 74th year, … [Read more...]

Steilacoom High School Softball Field will be named and dedicated ‘Lucas Field’

March 30, 2021 By Steilacoom Historical School District 2 Comments

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The crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd – these are amongst some of Ronald (Ron) James Lucas' favorite things.  He loved his family, he loved his community, he loved his country – and he loved high school baseball and softball.  It is only fitting that the Steilacoom Historical School District dedicates its fastpitch field to Ron Lucas.  The field is near the heart of the … [Read more...]

Steilacoom’s Wet Plate Photography Club is in full swing

December 17, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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Challenges won't stand in the way of these students. … [Read more...]

Steilacoom, DuPont schools community meals update

October 13, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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Steilacoom Historical School District and Sodexo are pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended the Summer Food Service Program through the entire 2020-21 school year.  … [Read more...]

Steilacoom Historical School District Participates in K-12 Internet Access Program

October 9, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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Steilacoom Historical School District is participating in the K-12 Internet Access Program which connects eligible students to internet access at home, with no cost to the student or their family. … [Read more...]

Steilacoom Historical School District Thanks Pierce County Council for CARES Act Funding for Education

August 29, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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On August 25th, the Pierce County Council unanimously approved the creation of a Pierce County COVID-19 School Assistance Program. The new grant program will provide $117,775 directly to the Steilacoom Historical School District. This will have a tremendous impact for the students of the District, especially those who need additional targeted support as a result of the COVID-19 public health … [Read more...]

Steilacoom Historical School District Receives Waiver to Provide Summer Meals Program

June 15, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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During the school closure period, Steilacoom Historical School District had the pleasure of serving free meals to the children of our communities.  This free meal distribution was scheduled to conclude on June 30.  However, USDA has issued a waiver allowing local partners the ability to continue serving free meals to all children, regardless of where they live. This waiver has allowed … [Read more...]

Loretta Duncan Hired as New Chloe Clark Elementary Principal

April 26, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

Steilacoom Historical School District Board of Directors approved the hiring of Loretta Duncan as the Principal of Chloe Clark Elementary School to begin her duties July 1, 2020.  Ms. Duncan replaces Gary Yoho, who is retiring after serving as Chloe Clark’s Principal since its opening in 2001. … [Read more...]

Steilacoom High School Earns Spot on U.S News & World Report 2020 Best High School List

April 24, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

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U.S. News and World Report recently named Steilacoom High School to their “Best High School 2020” list. The school also received this honor in 2019. Steilacoom High School is ranked 72nd out of 674 traditional high schools in Washington state.  … [Read more...]

Chloe Clark Elementary School Receives State Recognition

April 23, 2020 By Steilacoom Historical School District

Chloe Clark Elementary School has received recognition from The State Board of Education (SBE), the Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee (EOGOAC), and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).  … [Read more...]

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